Swaptopus plans battery hubs capable of supporting 300,000 electric trucks CATL and Octopus want truck batteries swapped within minutes Europe’s freight sector could avoid lengthy charging delays through swapping Octopus Energy has outlined plans for large-scale battery projects aimed at accelerating the shift towards electric freight transport across Europe. The company is working with battery…

Ice cream for breakfast? Well, sure, why not, especially when it’s a wholesome and nutritious high-protein ice cream you make in your Ninja Creami. It might even be healthier than the breakfast you had this morning. There are several different models of the Ninja Creami, including the Swirl, which I used. You can read my…

We’ve tested a lot of crazy workout gear over the years, from Adidas’ pressurized workout shoes to elaborate virtual coaching booths, but never anything from space. Let me confirm that I haven’t actually worn anything from outer space: this is a workout layer from premium activewear company Walero, which also makes professional-grade motorsport gear. The…

Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing ‘today’s game’ while others are playing ‘yesterday’s’. If you’re looking for Saturday’s puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, June 27 (game…

Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing ‘today’s game’ while others are playing ‘yesterday’s’. If you’re looking for Saturday’s puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, June 27 (game…

In what is effectively a dead rubber in terms of qualification, defending champions Argentina take on Jordan in their final group-stage World Cup 2026 match. La Albiceleste have already secured top spot in Group J with two wins, thanks largely to Lionel Messi’s five goals – a tally he’ll be keen to add to against…

Algeria vs Austria is shaping up to be one of the more exciting World Cup 2026 matches – it’s a winner-takes-all contest to finish Group J runners-up. Both sides are on three points, but Austria’s superior goal difference means a draw is enough for them to finish second. There’s narrative here, too. As Group J…

OpenAI says ChatGPT has become less literal and more conversational after quietly updating GPT-5.5 Instant for everyone. Naturally, I wanted to know whether I could actually tell the difference. After spending the day chatting with the updated model, both by text and in Voice Mode, I came away with mixed feelings. Some conversations did feel…

July is about to begin, and that means a new batch of Lego has been unveiled, ready for you to preorder with this month’s paycheck, so that it feels like it’s free by the time it arrives. I’ve combed through the new arrivals like a builder looking for that specific color of one-stud brick in…

There’s 50% off a ton of The Criterion Collection’s 4K Blu-rays at Barnes & Noble, so I thought I would pick my six favorite discs, all of which I’ve tested as part of the Blu-ray Bounty. This is our monthly feature where I try the latest 4K releases, judging whether they make a worth addition…